22 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Our Church Paper
Location
New Market, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1903
Page
1
A Lutheran sermon on the sixth Sunday after Trinity explains how true righteousness differs from Pharisaic legalism, the letter of the law, and mere faith. It outlines four forms: righteousness of the Pharisees, righteousness of the law, righteousness of faith, and righteousness of life as daily obedience.
A moral essay questions church role amid daily duties. It warns against sidelining worship for business politics or recreation, urging fair treatment of crime and condemning mob lynching. It cites law and Scripture, urging orderly justice and public virtue.
The text cites Dr. Washington Gladden’s principles on amusement, noting that amusement should refresh mind and body, should not steal sleep or distract from duty, must avoid morbid or unlawful appetites, and should not erode character or spiritual truths.
A Boston boy trains his eye to measure distances by guessing then correcting with measurement. He can judge lengths and heights of sticks buildings and streets. The practice, done with peers, trains city youths to estimate far and near distances accurately.
Local printer Henkel and Co of New Market Virginia invites orders for printing needs. Service includes small to medium runs with prompt turnaround and reliable quality for businesses and individuals. Contact details and pricing available on request.
A collection of aphorisms on faith effort and character. Messages encourage gratitude patience and perseverance and urge resilience amid criticism. The author Margaret J. Sangster framing joy courage and growth through daily tasks and resisting temptations.
An essay argues that a commercial mindset pervades all life from charity to banking. It notes people miss the unseen value of kindness and good works, suggesting every good deed yields a return in increased capacity to do more good.
A Christian Century excerpt extols work as mankind’s mission and defines rest as stagnation. It compares resting eyes lungs and heart to decay and death, arguing true living is growth in God’s likeness through labor and progress, even suggesting idleness would force one to seek other realms beyond Earth.
A playful domestic exchange has Mrs. Brown nudging her husband William about snoring. He half awake replies with a witty retort, sparking a moment of shared humor as the couple remains in bed. The scene unfolds as a lighthearted domestic vignette from daily life.
Dr Joseph Parker argues religion centers on holiness and conduct. He states Christianity begins with motive but ends in character and urges believers to live as Christ-ones by mirroring His deeds.
A fairy tale tone describes a book as an inexhaustible purse that never empties. A good book yields knowledge and wisdom for the reader and can be shared with others. Read with an older friend, discuss contents, and each may discover something new.
A simple guide to starting a bird log for a season. Store species seen in a blank notebook with notes on appearance and habits, plus time and place. Compare records with friends, build knowledge from birdbooks, and form small bird clubs.
The piece contrasts dull silent sulks with quick temper, warning that sulking is as harmful as blunt scolding. It argues that even quiet, glum mornings at breakfast reveal selfishness, and urges recognizing genuine thoughtful silence over petty moodiness.
Practical guidance from St. Nicholas on orientation in nature. It explains using compass points and site signs such as tree bark color, moss growth, leaf characteristics, and stump rings to determine south versus north. The piece notes evergreen and hardwood trees show distinct south side signs and leaves, aiding navigation.
A witty maxim notes a charitable man forgives or makes excuses for people he dislikes, implying generosity of spirit beyond personal bias.
The article argues wealth is not limited to money or possessions. It compares health, sleep, and labor with a capitalist’s riches, questioning happiness in luxury versus honest work and strong friendships. It suggests true value lies in health, family, and community over ostentatious wealth.
The text quotes Cornelius Van derbilt speaking to a friend about wealth his money cannot be eaten spent or worn. he says he lives modestly in a large servants' boarding house, is bothered by beggars and suffers dyspepsia, with most wealth controlled by others for their own benefit.
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